More Aussies march on at US Open, Kokkinakis pulls out with injury
Diminutive Dane Sweeny and qualifier Tristan Schoolkate have stormed into the US Open second round to continue Australia's excellent start to the season's final grand slam.
Australian tennis players Dane Sweeny and Tristan Schoolkate have advanced to the second round of the US Open, marking a strong start for Australia at the season's final grand slam. Sweeny, a wildcard entry, claimed a first-ever victory at an overseas grand slam against American qualifier Nishesh Basavareddy, while Schoolkate finished American qualifier Nishesh Basavareddy in a three-hour match.
However, defending champion Alex de Minaur had to wait another day to compete after his first-round match was washed out due to rain. Australian tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis withdrew from the tournament before his first-round match against Rafael Jodar due to an ankle sprain. The 30-year-old Kokkinakis, who has battled numerous injuries over his career, expressed disappointment at being unable to compete and admitted he may have an overburdened body for the remainder of the season.
Despite this setback, Kokkinakis remains optimistic about his future and plans to continue his recovery, aiming to be fully fit for the Australian summer.
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